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Barkey’s rookie year a glimpse of what’s to come
Denver Barkey, an exciting rookie, earned a lot of ice time as a 16-year-old this season. But he’s only scratched the surface on his talent. His future is bright, and Knights fans will have a front row seat.

Around the Perimeter: Lightning already prepping for playoffs
Lightning coach Doug Plumb has been spreading out the minutes, as players are getting comfortable in their roles. Meanwhile, four are headed to All-Star Weekend, and four alumni are named to All-Time Team …

Around the Perimeter: Tough road sched ahead
The Lightning didn’t set a record for wins to start a season, but they’re 3.5 games up on KW Titans in the standings. Those foes will face off Wednesday. That, plus accolades, new signings and more from our hoops columnist Jason Winders

Around the Perimeter: Bench spark and balanced attack
Can the 9-0 Lightning set a new record? Sudbury and Windsor stand in their way, but a pair of wins this week would give them best start in league history.

Around the Perimeter: The key to streak? Defense.
It’s Sudbury and Syracuse this week for the Lightning, who seek to extend their perfect 7-0 start. Shots still aren’t falling, but clamp-down defense, columnist Jason Winders says, has made the difference.

Around the Perimeter: Lightning 4-0 but still searching for offensive identity
It’s a busy three-game week — all at home — for the Lightning, who are still coming into their own. Columnist Jason Winders has all the latest news and notes.

Around the Perimeter: A ‘new normal’
All arena restrictions have been removed — just in time for the London Lightning home opener. In fact, they’ll play 5 games at the Bud in 9 days.

Around the Perimeter: Lightning nab win despite missing mark
A Family Day win was nice, but Coach Plumb says the Lightning have a lot to work on. Next up is rival Windsor on Saturday.

‘10 for 10’ as basketball returns
10 thoughts from columnist Jason Winders on the tipoff (finally) of the NBLC 10th anniversary season

A Wrestling Life
Alysha Morningstar – aka Leah Von Dutch, aka Leah Vaughan – may be done in the ring (after a career that included appearances on WWE), but she’s not finished with the sport just yet.

A Q&A with the Commish
Audley Stephenson, commissioner of the National Basketball League of Canada, talks about returning to the court, the long road to get there, and his passion for the league.

A special night at Labatt Park
Columnist Jason Winders on Friday night’s Majors win, the game’s ability to bring a city together, and a franchise that finally earned its due.